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2010 BDPA-DC Chapter Technical Sponsor of the Year
$45 Million Available for HBCU/MSI's Regional BDPA STEM Programs may be supported
bdpatoday photo Dr. Daryl Stone, host and Computer Science Professor, addresses High School Computer Competition (HSCC) and IT Showcase (ITSC) participants from Regional BDPA Chapters during an annual Regional BDPA STEM Conference hosted by Bowie State University last weekend.
Washington, D.C. - The Department of Defense (DoD) recently announced the availability of the FY 2010 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority-Serving Institutions (HBCU/MSI). This BAA is a set-aside for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs). However, there will be an opportunity for Sub-grantees, such as a BDPA Member's alma mater, to partner with participating HBCU/MSIs. Sub-grantees must be accredited institutions but are not limited to HBCUs or MSIs.
This BAA aims to (a) enhance programs and capabilities in scientific and engineering disciplines critical to the national security functions of the DoD, (b) encourage greater participation in DoD programs and activities, (c) increase the number of graduates, including underrepresented minorities, in the fields of science, technology, engineering and/or mathematics (STEM), and (d) encourage research and educational collaboration with other institutions of higher education directed toward advancing the state of the art or increasing knowledge and understanding. Successful proposals will present innovative approaches to research and education that will impact curricula at all levels from pre-college to post graduate and contribute to the education of a diverse and capable workforce in STEM areas that are important to the DoD mission. Proposals are solicited in two categories: (1) Centers of Excellence and (2) basic scientific research.
BDPA Chapters are encouraged establish formal partnerships and discover innovative ways to collaborate with HBCUs or MSIs for this and other funded STEM programs. Select here to download this announcement or visit www.grants.gov.
Tech Latino 2030
Legislative Forum June 22 & 23 | Washington, D.C.
BDPA-DC's next major chapter event is the annual Tech Latino 2030 Legislative Forum on Capitol Hill. Hosted by LISTA (Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association), our industry partner leverages this powerful forum to help accomplish its mission and achieve its advocacy goals and objectives on Capitol Hill. Talking points include, but are not limited to: Workforce Development, Broadband/Net Neutrality, Health IT, funding STEM Programs, and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI's). Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association is a national organization geared toward the advancement and development of Hispanics in the information sciences, technology, and the telecommunications industry. LISTA encourages technical professionals to achieve educational excellence, economic opportunity and social equity to empower communities through the use of technology to bridge the digital divide and help end poverty in less fortunate communities.
Chapter Program Meeting Note:
This event supercedes your local BDPA Chapters' June 2010 Program Meetings. Members are cordially invited to attend by pre-registering here.
NASA & AFRL STEM Collaboration Symposium 
bdpatoday Dayton, OH - The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC) are pleased to invite you to the AFRL/NASA-GRC Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Collaboration Symposium that will take place in Dayton, OH on 7-9 July 2010. The purpose of this collaboration symposium is to promote a long-term strategic partnership with minority serving institutions that further technical innovation and develop possible student employment opportunities.
All meetings and activities will be unclassified. Due to facility size, audience is limited to HBCU/MI faculty, students, and or administrative members. To register and learn more about AFRL/NASA GRC HBCU/MI STEM Collaboration Symposium, please visit the website at http://registration.istdayton.com/HBCU/ . BDPA members affiliated with HBCU/MSIs should direct any questions to Ms. Jacqueline Toussaint-Barker, AFRL/RYDX, (937) 528-8730, jacqueline.toussaint-barker@wpafb.af.mil or Mr. Ed Lee, AFOSR/RSPE, (703) 696-7318, ed.lee@afosr.af.mil .
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June 2010
Chapter Print Edition
The advertising insertion order deadline for the July 2010, Special Conference Edition of bdpatoday, is extended to Wednesday, June 30, 2010. Select here for details.
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NROTC Scholarships
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